Netflix has added the hit comedy-drama series Rescue Me, which originally aired on FX from 2004 to 2011. The show, set in New York City, follows a team of firefighters grappling with the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. Starring Denis Leary as 1st Grade Firefighter Tommy Gavin, the series explores the complex inner lives of first responders dealing with post-traumatic stress and daily challenges.
Fans have praised the show for its unapologetically male perspective and politically incorrect humour, with one IMDb reviewer calling it 'one of the best' and noting that it captures the 'team ethos of males working together' through constant pranks and banter. Another fan claimed that such a show 'would never make it today' due to political correctness, describing it as 'a real show with real guys'.
The series features a stellar cast including Steven Pasquale, Dean Winters, Larenz Tate, and Maura Tierney, with guest appearances from Michael J Fox, Susan Sarandon, Marisa Tomei, and Peter Gallagher. Despite its dated dialogue, viewers maintain it is 'definitely worth repeated viewings'.
